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INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION, SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Understand manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the manual and
DANGER
receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment. Obtain safety information at tft.com/
serial-number
This equipment is intended for use by trained and qualified emergency services personnel for
firefighting. All personnel using this equipment shall have completed a course of education
approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
This instruction manual is intended to familiarize firefighters and maintenance personnel with the
operation, servicing, and safety procedures associated with this product. This manual should be
kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.
To make the Extend-A-Gun as versatile as
possible, three mounting bracket kits are offered.
Each kit has a different upper bracket. The lower
bracket is the same for all three.
XGB-13 TUBE/SADDLE
BRACKET SET
XGB-23 PLATE/SADDLE
BRACKET SET
XGB-33 SADDLE/SADDLE
BRACKET SET
TASK FORCE TIPS LLC
MADE IN USA • TFT.com
©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2002-2020
Manually Operated Extend-A-Gun
Telescoping Waterway for Deck Mounted Monitors
INTEGRAL
** 3" NPT
3" NPT
CROSSFIRE
MALE OUTLET
OUTLET
TUBE BRACKET
TFT PART XGB-13
SADDLE BRACKET
3" NPT MALE
3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA
800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155
MODEL XG18
SHOWN WITH TFT MASTER NOZZLE
AND CROSSFIRE DECK GUN
TRUCK SURFACE
ALTERNATE:
1) MOUNTING PLATE, 9" SQ.
TFT PART XGB-23
2) SADDLE BRACKET
TFT PART XGB-33
3" VICTAULIC MALE
FROM PUMP
EXTENDED
RETRACTED
LIX-518 August 17, 2020 Rev13
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- Page 1 Understand manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the manual and DANGER receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment. Obtain safety information at tft.com/ serial-number This equipment is intended for use by trained and qualified emergency services personnel for firefighting.
- Page 2 DANGER PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY CODE The member companies of FEMSA that provide emergency response equipment and services want responders to know and understand the following: 1. Firefighting and Emergency Response are inherently dangerous activities requiring proper training in their hazards and the use of extreme caution at all times.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents 1.0 MEANING OF SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS 2.0 SAFETY 3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION 3.1 SPECIFICATIONS 3.2 USE WITH SALT WATER 3.3 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS 3.4 XG18 SERIES DIMENSIONS 4.0 BRACKET SETS 4.1 SELECTION OF STRUCTURAL SUPPORT ON FIRE TRUCKS 4.2 BRACKET INSTALLATION 4.2.1 TUBE BRACKET INSTALLATION (EXTEND-A-GUN RC3 ONLY) 4.2.1.1 TUBE BRACKET WELDING... -
Page 4: Meaning Of Safety Signal Words
The Extend-A-Gun features a hard coat anodized aluminum finish, built in sensor for connection to “monitor raised” light. The Extend-A-Gun features a 3” diameter waterway. 3.1 SPECIFICATIONS EXTEND-A-GUN XG18 Waterway Size 3.0” (76mm) -
Page 5: Various Models And Terms
3.3 VARIOUS MODELS AND TERMS INNER TUBE PAWLS TUBE/SADDLE BRACKET (LOCK/UNLOCK SLIDE BAR INDICATOR) PLATE/SADDLE BRACKET OUTER TUBE SADDLE/SADDLE BRACKET INLET (NPTM, BSPM, VICTAULIC) Figure 3.3 ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2002-2020 LIX-518 August 17, 2020 Rev13... -
Page 6: Xg18 Series Dimensions
3.4 XG18 SERIES DIMENSIONS SHOWN WITH TFT MASTER NOZZLE AND CROSSFIRE DECK GUN 3" NPT ALTERNATE: 1) MOUNTING PLATE, 9” SQ. TFT PART XGB-23 2) SADDLE BRACKET TFT PART XGB-33 **- OUTLETS SHOWN ARE FOR MODELS XG18PL-XL & XG18VL-XL FOR MODELS WITH 3” NPT OUTLET, ADD 1”... -
Page 7: Bracket Sets
4.0 BRACKET SETS For safe dependable service, the Extend-A-Gun MUST be securely mounted. To make the Extend-A-Gun as versatile as possible, three mounting bracket kits are offered. Each kit has a different upper bracket. The lower bracket is the same in all three. SADDLE/SADDLE BRACKET SET PLATE/SADDLE BRACKET SET XGB-33 (3”... -
Page 8: Saddle Bracket Installation
4.2.2 SADDLE BRACKET INSTALLATION This kit contains two steel saddle brackets and U-bolts, and is designed for factory installation on new equipment. Both brackets must be used. To minimize stress, the brackets should be as far apart as possible when clamped to the Extend-A-Gun tube. The welds must be able to withstand the forces shown on the SIDE LOADS AT MOUNTING POINTS worksheet. -
Page 9: Manual Extend-A-Gun Side Loads At Mounting Points Worksheet
• Inferior welding or poor plate installation could result in serious injury or equipment damage. • Torque all fasteners to specified values. I certify that I have accurately and completely worked through the Extend-A-Gun XG18 Side Load Worksheet prior to Extend-A-Gun installation. NAME:_____________________________________________... -
Page 10: Extend-A-Gun Load Charts
5.1 EXTEND-A-GUN LOAD CHARTS This load chart is for the 18” manual Extend-A-Gun (model XG18) only. HEIGHT D3 min D3 max HEIGHT D3 min D3 max HEIGHT D3 min D3 max HEIGHT D3 min D3 max HEIGHT D3 min D3 max HEIGHT D3 min D3 max HEIGHT D3 min... -
Page 11: Indicator Light
Lower Before Moving Vehicle. TASK FORCE TIPS, 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 +1 219 462-6161 • 800 348-2686 • www.tft.com • MADE IN U.S.A. X X GL010 Attach the instruction label (XGL010) to a smooth Attach the warning label (XGL020) next to the indicator light... -
Page 12: Mounting Monitors
7.0 MOUNTING MONITORS A Task Force Tips Crossfire® monitor may be mounted in one of two ways. We recommend that it be mounted directly on Extend- A-Gun models XG18PL-XL, or XG18VL-XL, which have integral Crossfire bases built in. Alternatively, it can be mounted on Extend- A-Gun models XG18PL-PL, or XG18VL-PL using Task Force Tips part XFF-APL Truck Mount Base, which fits only the Task Force Tips Crossfire. -
Page 13: Operating Instructions
9.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The Extend-A-Gun must be lowered in the park position before the truck is driven or moved. WARNING Damage or injury may occur if the truck drives under a low hanging object, while the Extend- A-Gun is extended. The Extend-A-Gun may be used only in either the fully raised or fully lowered position. -
Page 14: Warranty
46383-9327 USA, within a reasonable time after discovery of the defect. TFT will examine the equipment. If TFT determines that there is a defect attributable to it, TFT will correct the problem within a reasonable time. If the equipment is covered by this limited warranty, TFT will assume the expenses of repair. -
Page 15: Maintenance
Repair parts and service procedures are available for those wishing to perform their own repairs. Task Force Tips assumes no liability for damage to equipment or injury to personnel that is a result of user service. Contact the factory or visit the web site at tft.com for parts lists, exploded views, test procedures and troubleshooting guides. -
Page 16: Operation And Inspection Checklist
Operating equipment that has failed the checklist is a misuse of this equipment. TASK FORCE TIPS LLC 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA 800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155 MADE IN USA • TFT.com ©Copyright Task Force Tips LLC 2002-2020 LIX-518 August 17, 2020 Rev13...
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